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by Thobelani Moyo | in NBA Predictions
The Houston Rockets will welcome the Denver Nuggets to the Toyota Center in an NBA Cup in-season tournament group play matchup. The Rockets are in third place in the Western Conference table, while the Nuggets are in second place. Here's our match prediction.
The Houston Rockets are riding a wave of momentum as they enter this clash boasting a five-match winning streak. Their most recent win came against the Cleveland Cavaliers, securing a 114-104 road victory.
The Rockets should also feel confident about their chances of coming out on top in this one, given their impressive home performance. They've won five consecutive matches at the Toyota Center.
Regarding their performance in the NBA Cup group play, Ime Udoka's men have had a mixed start with a 1-1 record. In their last outing, they recorded their first win in this competition by beating the Portland Trail Blazers 140-116 at home.
The Denver Nuggets have also been impressive in their own right. Eight of their last nine matches have resulted in victory.
In their recent match, the Nuggets handed the struggling New Orleans Pelicans a 125-118 defeat on the road. Peyton Watson led the team with a game-high 32 points and grabbed 12 rebounds.
When it comes to their performance in the NBA Cup group play, they have a 1-1 record. Last time out, David Adelman's men beat the Warriors 129-104 at home.
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The Best Betting Odds for Houston Rockets v Denver Nuggets Match
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1.71 | 2.2 |
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1.73 | 2.1 |
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1.74 | 2.15 |
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1.7 | 2.1 |
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1.76 | 2.12 |
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Who will win the Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Basketball game?
Our prediction for the Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets match is: over 230.5.
The best winner predictions and betting odds for the Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets game on 21/11/2025 of the current NBA season:
- Houston Rockets has a 57.7% chance to pick up the win against Denver Nuggets according to Unibet ⭐ with the odds of 1.76.
- There is a probability of 42.3% ⭐ for Denver Nuggets to win vs Houston Rockets with odds of 2.2 at Bet365.
Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Form
Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets's standings in the NBA
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Houston Rockets and Denver Nuggets Last Matches
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Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Stats: Head to Head (H2H)
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Houston Rockets - Denver Nuggets Key Points
- The Rockets have seen five of their last seven matches end with over 230.5 points.
- The Nuggets have seen each of their last four matches end with over 230.5 points.
- The Rockets are averaging 123.9 points per game (2nd).
- The Nuggets have the best offensive record in the NBA this season.
- The Nuggets are shooting 50.6% from the field (2nd).
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Our Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets Prediction
This has got to be one of the entertaining matchups in the NBA Cup group play on Friday. These two teams come into this match in fine form, but the Houston Rockets are being favored to come out on top thanks to their five-match winning run.
Considering this could turn out to be a cagey affair, a high-scoring game shouldn't be ruled out here. The Rockets are second in points per game, and the Nuggets lead the league. Also, three of their last five meetings have produced over 230.5 points. Our Houston Rockets vs Denver Nuggets prediction: over 230.5.
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